Handle Your Business
Xzibit Lyrics


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Yeah, I'm forever, ever lastin', spread the wealth
Procrastination like masturbation, your fuckin' yourself
So we gonna move on 'em quickly
No chance to think about coming back
Chain smoke 'em, turn they lungs black
See I was raised to love black, but sometimes
Black folks wanna sweat you harder than the one-time
Never participate in dumb, def and blind shit
Plus I got my little man, so daily I'm reminded
The ride only gets rougher (right)
But I'll be damned if me and my niggas suffer
Smuggle this motherucker with the raw shit, I'm blessed with
Lookin' at the world, burned for the young and the desperate
You showed heart, but got cardiac arrested
More than a nigga with an image and a press kit
The wreck hits, creates desert land, desolate
The whole intent to rock the shit, keep the herb lit

Handle your business before your business handles you
Mister X to the Z (and Defari Herut), one two
(Remain true, regardless what we go through)
Yeah, handle your business so you can stand on your on two

Handle your business before your business handles you
Mister X to the Z (and Defari Herut), one two
(Remain true, regardless what we go through)
Handle your business so you can stand on your on two

Everyday I puts in down in LA, hustle in this
Assassin lyricist, serious, muscle in this
I call the bets, I know we got coordinates on more games to wreck
We blaze shows, never no Half Step
Tactics, B-Boys, no games no antics
No false images, no bullshit semantics
We planned this, for hundred of thousands
Rainin' on they brains with lyrics, from the mountains
Don't contemplate what you can't even demostrate
Defari lottery draftpick, never the second rate
Nigga who wanna hate but front like its all great
I gots no time for these emotional niggas, I gots to motivate
Moves to make, best rhyme straight
That's for the old school, this here's our year, it's time to elevate
Handle this, don't hesitate got money to make
Push maximum levels from the Golden State

Handle your business before your business handles you
Mister X to the Z (and Defari Herut), one two
(Remain true, regardless what we go through)
Yeah, handle your business so you can stand on your on two

Handle your business before your business handles you
Mister X to the Z (and Defari Herut), one two
(Remain true, regardless what we go through)
Handle your business so you can stand on your on two

This combination's high calibre
Hatians stay amazed and confused like this was algebra
I'm scoutin' the, best land for property
Never sloppily, picture someone stoppin' me
From gettin' mine, line after line
And you wonder why I call these fake niggas Miller
They think they genuine
I'm startin' to shine, imported Italian
With a custom made Herut charm as my medallion

Seem like, I recite the same prayer every night
Watch my folks, make sure my dogs stay tight
And fully prepared to gunfight in broad daylight
Till then, lick it to the chin, let it begin
We could break bread or break skin and watch me send it
Try not to break the law, sometimes I gotta bend it
And my directions, suggest for your own protection
You motherfuckers keep it movin' like an intersection

Handle your business before your business handles you
Mister X to the Z (and Defari Herut), one two
(Remain true, regardless what we go through)
Handle your business so you can stand on your on two

Handle your business before your business handles you
Mister X to the Z (and Defari Herut), one two




(Remain true, regardless what we go through)
Handle your business so you can stand on your on two

Overall Meaning

The song "Handle Your Business" by Xzibit featuring Defari Herut is a song about taking control of your life and not letting your circumstances control you. The lyrics advise listeners to handle their business before it handles them, to remain true to themselves regardless of the obstacles they face. The chorus encourages listeners to stand on their own two feet and take charge of their lives. The song speaks to the struggles faced by African Americans, but the message is universal and applicable to anyone who needs to take control of their life.


The lyrics of "Handle Your Business" are powerful and insightful, but the song is also notable for its production. The beat has a gritty, West Coast vibe that complements the lyrics perfectly. The song features samples from Kool and the Gang's "Jungle Boogie" and James Brown's "Funky President," which are seamlessly woven into the production. The song is also notable for the chemistry between Xzibit and Defari Herut, who trade verses and complement each other's styles perfectly.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah, I'm forever, ever lastin', spread the wealth
I am constantly growing and prospering, and I want to share my success with others.


Procrastination like masturbation, your fuckin' yourself
Putting off important tasks is self-destructive and unproductive, just like wasting time on self-gratification.


So we gonna move on 'em quickly
We will take swift action against our opposition.


No chance to think about coming back
We will not give our opponents an opportunity to regroup and retaliate.


Chain smoke 'em, turn they lungs black
We will constantly attack and overload our opponents until they are defeated and weakened.


See I was raised to love black, but sometimes
I was brought up with respect and love for my black ancestry, but there are occasions when the black community can be harsh towards their own people.


Black folks wanna sweat you harder than the one-time
Some members of the black community might put more pressure and scrutiny on their peers than even the police do.


Never participate in dumb, def and blind shit
I refuse to engage in or support ignorant and foolish behavior.


Plus I got my little man, so daily I'm reminded
I have a child, and that reminds me every day to stay focused and responsible in my actions.


The ride only gets rougher (right)
The journey towards success will only become harder as time goes on.


But I'll be damned if me and my niggas suffer
I refuse to let my friends and I suffer or fail in our endeavors.


Smuggle this motherucker with the raw shit, I'm blessed with
I have a natural talent and passion for music, and I will use it to persevere and succeed in life.


Lookin' at the world, burned for the young and the desperate
The world can be cruel and unforgiving, especially towards those who are young and vulnerable.


You showed heart, but got cardiac arrested
You had good intentions and tried hard, but ultimately failed and suffered the consequences.


More than a nigga with an image and a press kit
I am more than just a rapper with a flashy appearance and a publicity team.


The wreck hits, creates desert land, desolate
The destruction and harm caused by bad decisions can leave behind a barren and empty landscape.


The whole intent to rock the shit, keep the herb lit
The goal is to make great music and keep the good vibes flowing.


Everyday I puts in down in LA, hustle in this
I work hard every day in Los Angeles to make a living and achieve success.


Assassin lyricist, serious, muscle in this
I am a skilled and dedicated rapper who works on my craft seriously and relentlessly.


I call the bets, I know we got coordinates on more games to wreck
I am confident in my abilities to win, and I am always seeking out new opportunities for success.


We blaze shows, never no Half Step
We put on great performances and never give anything less than our best.


Tactics, B-Boys, no games no antics
We approach our craft and our shows with strategic planning, and we don't waste time on silly or unnecessary behavior.


No false images, no bullshit semantics
We don't pretend to be anything we're not, and we don't play games or manipulate situations in our favor.


We planned this, for hundred of thousands
We have been working towards this goal for a long time, with the hopes of reaching thousands of fans and listeners.


Rainin' on they brains with lyrics, from the mountains
Our lyrics are powerful and flow smoothly, like rain falling from the mountaintops.


Don't contemplate what you can't even demostrate
Don't waste time thinking about things you can't actually do or prove.


Defari lottery draftpick, never the second rate
Defari is a talented and skilled rapper who deserves recognition and success.


Nigga who wanna hate but front like its all great
Some people secretly dislike us but pretend to be supportive and friendly.


I gots no time for these emotional niggas, I gots to motivate
I don't have the patience or energy to deal with people who are easily offended or overly sensitive, I need to focus on keeping myself motivated and driven.


Moves to make, best rhyme straight
I have plans and strategies in place to succeed, and I will always deliver my best work.


That's for the old school, this here's our year, it's time to elevate
I respect the traditions and history of hip hop, but I believe it's time for our generation to take it to new heights and achieve even greater success.


Handle this, don't hesitate got money to make
We need to take care of business and make money, and we can't afford to waste any time or opportunities.


Push maximum levels from the Golden State
We will give it our all and strive for greatness, representing our home state of California.


This combination's high calibre
Xzibit and Defari are a talented and impressive duo.


Hatians stay amazed and confused like this was algebra
We leave our listeners baffled and impressed, like they're trying to solve a complex math problem.


I'm scoutin' the, best land for property
I am always searching for the best opportunities for success and prosperity.


Never sloppily, picture someone stoppin' me
I am careful and precise in my actions, and I won't let anyone get in the way of my success.


From gettin' mine, line after line
I am committed to achieving success, one step at a time, and won't let anything get in my way.


And you wonder why I call these fake niggas Miller
I call out and expose people who pretend to be genuine and authentic, but who are actually fake and deceitful.


They think they genuine
These fake people truly believe that they are authentic and real.


I'm startin' to shine, imported Italian
I am on the verge of achieving success and recognition, like an expensive and high-quality Italian import.


With a custom made Herut charm as my medallion
I wear a personalized and meaningful piece of jewelry to remind myself of my values and beliefs.


Seem like, I recite the same prayer every night
I have a routine and habit of reflecting on and asking for guidance each night.


Watch my folks, make sure my dogs stay tight
I keep a close eye on my friends and family, and make sure they are doing well and staying out of trouble.


And fully prepared to gunfight in broad daylight
I know that danger can come at any moment, and I am always ready and able to defend myself and my loved ones.


Till then, lick it to the chin, let it begin
In the meantime, I will continue to work hard and persevere, no matter what obstacles come my way.


We could break bread or break skin and watch me send it
We can either come together and work towards success, or we can fight and I will emerge victorious.


Try not to break the law, sometimes I gotta bend it
I try my best to not break any laws, but sometimes I have to push the boundaries and bend the rules to achieve my goals.


And my directions, suggest for your own protection
I advise others to be careful and strategic in their actions to ensure their own safety and success.


You motherfuckers keep it movin' like an intersection
I encourage others to stay active and moving forward, like the different paths and directions at an intersection.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALVIN JOINER, DUANE JOHNSON

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